Netanyahu named condition for expansion of "Abraham Accords"

Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, speaking at a session of the UN General Assembly, claimed that his country's victory over the radical Palestinian movement Hamas in the Gaza Strip could bring his country closer to peace with other states in the region.

This is reported by TASS.

"Victory over Hamas will make peace [of Israel] with states throughout the Arab and Muslim world possible. Our victory will lead to an incredible expansion of the historic 'Abraham Accords,' which were concluded through the mediation of President [US Donald] Trump between Arab leaders and me five years ago," Netanyahu believes.

Also, the Prime Minister of Israel advocated for establishing peace with Lebanon and called on Beirut to start direct negotiations with his country.

"Peace between Israel and Lebanon is also possible. I call on the Lebanese government to also start direct negotiations with Israel," he said, speaking at the UN General Assembly. Before this, Netanyahu stated that Israel is conducting "serious negotiations" with Syria, and expressed hope for the possibility of concluding an agreement with Damascus that would respect the interests of both sides.